Being a Dad - Drama

Posted by Cathy Sexton 708sc on

'Being a Dad' is a homegrown drama that reflects the lived experiences, hopes, fears and challenges faced by many fathers, especially disadvantaged young fathers, in Scotland today. Challenges that can be (and are) overcome with courage, knowledge and support.

'Being a Dad' is being shown as part of Just Festival with Strange Town productions as part of Year of the Dad.

Just Festival events aim to challenge perceptions,celebrate differences and promote respectful dialogue. The conversations, talks, exhibitions and performances which constitute Just’s annual programme are designed to engage with topical local, national and international questions of social justice, equality and identity, including prejudice against race, ethnicity, class and economic status. In 2016, the festival events will be held under the theme of From the Edge. With that theme in mind, we want to challenge our audiences to engage with the experiences and ideas of those people who are commonly perceived to sit at the edge of our communities and societies.

It's been 12 months of celebration, collaboration and change for families and organisations across Scotland. NICK THORPE looks at what Year of the Dad achieved – and what we might hope for in 2017 and beyond.